Blakely Auto Works built low-volume sports cars in the 1970s and 1980s. Some were actual automobiles, while others were kits. They were usually built off the platforms and mechanics of existing cars. While the Bantam, Bearcat and Bernardi models… more»
Kit Cars
Oct 22, 2020 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Artificially Aged: 1964 Bugatti 35B Replica
If someone offers you a Bugatti Type 35B for the princely sum of $10,600, there are a couple of possibilities. The first is that what they are selling is a replica. The other possibility is that they’ve made a… more»
Oct 11, 2020 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Yours To Complete: 1967 AC Autos Cobra Kit
I’m pretty sure there have been more Cobra “replica” kits built than there were ever original Cobras, and you can probably throw in all the AC Aces ever built as well. Some kits end up finished to a much… more»
Sep 2, 2020 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Alfa Carabo Concept Wannabe: 1981 Aztec 7
Some people like to stand out in a crowd and some people just like to stand out! Located in my hometown of San Antonio, Texas, this 1981 Aztec 7 Kit Car is the last thing that you would expect… more»
Aug 19, 2020 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Rare Fiberglass Time-Capsule: 1960 La Dawri
This is a fantastic and almost unique offering. When did you last see a La Dawri Conquest, let alone one in largely time-capsule condition (albeit with a seized engine)? This one can be found here on eBay in Alvaton,… more»
Aug 15, 2020 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Weekend Fun! 1962 Volkswagen Glitterbug
Remember the dune buggy craze of the 1960s? If you do, you’re bound to also remember the Meyers Manx. They were complete fiberglass dune buggies based on a shortened VW Beetle frame. The Glitterbug was similar in nature but… more»
Aug 8, 2020 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Cheap 1965 Bradley GT
Mitchell G. sent us the low cost 1965 Bradley GT that is for sale here on Craigslist for only $3,500. The car is located near Piscataway, New Jersey. The seller states the price is firm and based on the… more»
Aug 8, 2020 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Electric Powered: 1977 Sterling Kit Car
I remember reading about Sterling kit cars when I was a kid in the 1970’s. I love the looks but the practicality is non existent! This Sterling is based on a Volkswagen Beetle chassis but the sleek profile is… more»
Aug 5, 2020 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Cheap 1975 Invader GT Barn Find
Talk about a wild looking barn find. While this won’t be the first time one has appeared on Barn Finds as my colleague, Adam Clarke, wrote this article about a 1970 Invader GT back in 2019, here is another,… more»
Jul 16, 2020 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Formula Vee Race Car: 1971 Caldwell FV
Let’s look at something a bit out of the ordinary, how about an open-wheeled race car? No, it’s not a Formula 1 or Indy type, it’s a bit less ambitious than that but it is a very interesting perspective… more»
Jun 30, 2020 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Factory Finished: 1983 Blakely Bernardi
Buying a kit car can be something of a lucky dip. Some of these vehicles are sadly lacking in the quality department, but the Blakely Bernardi was one of the better examples available on the market at the time…. more»
Jun 17, 2020 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Lime Green & Running! 1969 Bradley GT II
This find is definitely not for someone that doesn’t want attention! As far as stares per dollar, you won’t find much more value than this Bradley GT II listed for sale here on eBay. Currently, the bid is up… more»
Jun 5, 2020 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Rotary Powered: 1967 Jaguar XKE Replica
Well, it’s either a Jaguar RX-7 or a Mazda XKE, whatever the case, it is unique and well done. The seller is going with the Jaguar moniker, for obvious reasons, but the VIN says Mazda so I say, let’s… more»
May 25, 2020 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Le Unusual! Le Patron Citroen-Based Sports Car
“A Morgan, a Bugatti and a Citroen went into a bar…” Thus must begin the story that begat this 1984 Le Patron — thank you to Barn Finds reader Ira Goldstein for submitting this very unusual find! It’s listed… more»
May 19, 2020 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Quirky 3-Wheeler: Lomax Lambda 3
Kit cars come in all shapes and sizes, and it would seem that the vast majority of them make use of the Volkswagen Beetle chassis and mechanical components. That’s where the Lomax Lambda 3 is very different. Hiding under… more»
May 5, 2020 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Quirky Kit Car: Funtastik VW “Mini” Camaro
Sometimes life can get pretty serious, and it will finally reach a point where all of the built-up pressure simply has to be released somewhere. For some people that can result in a trip to the gym, while for… more»
